Radiology Second Opinion

*This service is available for patients located in majority of 50 US states as well as for all international patients. *In certain instances we may require a referral from your primary physician (you will be notified if this is the case). *You can request either a written second opinion report or a phone consultation *You will be connected with a Board Certified physician in the above specialty. We do not guarantee a consultation with any specific physician.

nATURE OF THE WORK

A radiologist is a physician who utilizes imaging methodologies to diagnose and manage patients and provide therapeutic options. A radiologist utilizes x-ray, ionizing radiation, radionuclides, ultrasound, electromagnetic radiation, and image-guided intervention to diagnose and treat disease. Physicians practicing in the field of radiology specialize in diagnostic radiology, or radiation oncology.1

Radiologists can receive training in the following subspecialties:

neuroradiology

nuclear radiology

pediatric radiology

vascular and interventional radiology

TRAINING/RESIDENCY INFORMATION

The residency training program for radiology is five years of approved training with a minimum of four years in diagnostic radiology. Additional training of at least one year is required to be certified in the subspecialty areas.

Dr. Milunsky is a board certified Radiologist with extensive training in Nuclear Radiology Imaging, Cardiac Imaging in Nuclear Radiology, Ultrasound and Teaching. Dr. Milunsky earned his B.A. in Liberal Arts and Medical Degree of Doctor of Medicine and Surgery at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Dr. Di Paolo is Board Certified by the American Board of Radiology with special expertise in Neuroradiology and Pediatric Neuroradiology. He holds Certificate of Additional Qualification (CAQ) in Neuroradiology. Dr. Di Paolo obtained his BA at La Salle University and then earned his medical degree from Hershey Medical Center (The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine). He completed his Diagnostic Radiology residency training at Bryn Mawr Hosptial and afterwards completed a Neuroradiology fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and a specialized Pediatric Neuroradiology fellowship at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr Di Paolo has published original research, most recently in the study of osteoporosis. He has authored research articles and book chapters in Neuroradiology and Sports Medicine.

Memberships

* American Society of Neuroradiology*
American Society of Neuroradiology*
American College of Sports Medicine*

Elliot Wagner, MD

Board Certification

American Board of Radiology

Medical School

New York University

Residency

University of Maryland

University of Rochester

Fellowship

Brigham and Women's Hospital

Dr. Wagner received his Bachelor's degree from Cornell University, then went on to pursue medical school at New York University. He completed his first Residency at University of Rochester while simultaneously doing an internship specializing in Internal Medicine at Strong Medical Hospital. He completed a second Residency specializing in Diagnostic Radiology at the University of Maryland for two years. Dr. Wagner's Fellowship was at Brigham and Women's Hospital, where he specialized in Nuclear Medicine.

Dr. Tuckman completed his residency in Diagnostic Radiology at the University of Vermont in 1986, and was certified by the American Board of Radiology that June. He finished a Body Imaging Fellowship at Tufts New England Medical Center in Boston, MA in 1987. Immediately thereafter, Dr.Tuckman began his clinical career as a general radiologist with special skills in MR and CT. Since 1991, his practice has focused almost exclusively on MR and CT. His greatest expertise is in Musculoskeletal MR, including Spine, and in Body CT. He served as director of Apex Radiology from 1997 to 2002, and has been sole owner of Summit Radiology since 2002, both in Lafayette, IN. Dr. Tuckman voluntarily chose to be recertified by the American Board of Radiology in 2010. He currently has medical licenses in IN, MN, OH, IL, TN, KY, WI, PA, FL, TX, ND, IA, and MT.

Dr. Tate is a Board certified Radiologist. He graduated Howard University with a Bachelor of Science. Dr. Tate is a member of American Board of Radiology and Society of Interventional Radiology. He served in the United States Air Force as a Radiologist and enjoys spending time with family, traveling, riding motorcycles and sports.

Heather Strittmatter, MD

Board Certification

American Board of Radiology [Diagnostic]

Medical School

Louisiana State University - HSC

Residency

University of Texas Southwestern

Fellowship

University of Texas Southwestern

Dr. Strittmatter is a Board-certified Radiologist. She graduated Louisana State University with a B.S. in Biological Sciences with a minor in Psychology. Dr. Strittmatter is a member of the American College of Radiology, Radiology Society of North America, and Society of Breast Imaging, where she was also a Diplomat of the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Strittmatter has received the Norma C. Ragland Academic Achievement Award [2005]. Dr. Strittmatter was Medical Director and Lead Interpreting Physician in Texas Radiology Associates Baylor Imaging Center at Craig Ranch.

Prior to attending medical school Dr. Micalizzi was accepted to the University of Michigan for Medical Illustration. Dr. Micalizzi received his medical degree New York Medical College. He then completed a medical internship and residency at St. Vincent's Medical Center and is board certified in Internal Medicine. He subsequently completed a Radiology residency at St. Vincent's Medical Center followed by a 2 year Neuroradiology fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center. He had worked in Connecticut in private practice where he enjoyed a thriving pain management center. He is also an assistant professor of radiology at Montefiore, working in the Neuroradiology division. Dr. Micalizzi has a significant experience in neuroradiology as well as general radiology.

Dr. Shanker is a board-certified Radiologists. He received many awards including MSU-FAME Specialty Research Award, Michigan State University Department of Radiology Cases of the Week Award, and the Clinical Dean’s Award at the University in which he graduated from.

Memberships

* Member of the American College of Radiology, American Roentgen Ray Society, Radiological Society of North America, Association of University Radiologists, New York Roentgen Society, Michigan Chapter of the American College of Radiology, Ohio Chapter of the American College of Radiology, Ohio Medical Association, and Genesee County Radiology Society.

Dr. Sun graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, OH. He completed his radiology residency training and musculoskeletal fellowship at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in New York, NY. Dr. Sun is a board certified radiologist proficient in all radiological modalities, with special expertise in MSK and body MR.

Memberships

* American College of Radiology*
Radiological Society of North America*
New York Roentgen Society

Tariq Quraishi, MD

Robert Wood Johnson Medical School - University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey

Residency

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital - Diagnostic Radiology

Fellowship

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Subspecialization

MSK and Body MRI

Dr. Tariq Quraishi is a board certified radiologist. He graduated near the top of his class with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Lehigh University. Dr. Quraishi was elected into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society in his junior year at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. He received extensive training in Diagnostic Radiology at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Quraishi also completed the highly coveted, combined neuroradiology, musculoskeletal and body MRI fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and is proficient in ultrasound guided MR arthrography. Dr. Quraishi has particular interest in imaging of sport's related injuries. Dr. Quraishi's emphasis on evidence based medicine and strong communication skills has led to the success of four imaging centers where he was medical director and partner.

This service should be used for second opinions, additional medical reviews and consultations; not for primary diagnosis or treatment. Please always consult your primary doctor for final diagnosis and treatment.